Google adds horizontal carousel for web based iPad searches about local places

Google has updated its web experience for U.S. iPad users that are searching for local places on Google Search, including bars and restaurants. The Mountain View-based company is calling the new feature a “horizontal carousel” of results that will be displayed at the top of page, while normal search results will also be displayed below. Tapping on a business in the carousel, as seen in the image above, will display quick information about the location, including address, Zagat rating, phone number, location on a Map, and a link to the website — accompanied with pictures,. There is also a new map link in the upper-right hand corner that will show you all the nearby places on a map.

Google has always shown its support for tablets and smartphones on its mobile Search page, and today’s update is definitely beneficial. When calling a restaurant to place an order or make a reservation, I’ve found Google to be the quickest way to find the needed information — definitely beating apps like Yellow Pages to get the same information.